Each June and December VISTE volunteers help pack and distribute over 400 boxes filled with common…
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Funding Grant Expand Research Capabilities of Florida Southern’s Marine Biology Program
The Mosaic Company is partnering with Florida Southern College for the second time in two years…
Missing Teen
UPDATE: Emma Lynn Carter has been safely and successfully recovered by Lakeland Police. …………………………………………………………………… Emma Lynn…
‘Deadly consequences’ | Don’t put gas in plastic bags
Gas has become a premium over the past few days as a pipeline shutdown has sent drivers into a frenzy…
Chick-fil-A faces sauce shortage
Chick-fil-A is limiting the number of sauces it’s giving out to customers as the chain faces…
A NEW WORLD OF MYTHICAL CREATURES IS COMING TO THE 4D THEATER AT LEGOLAND® FLORIDA RESORT
Enter an undiscovered world where LEGO® creatures come to life with an all-new 4D movie, LEGO® MYTHICA – JOURNEY TO MYTHICA, and…
SEU Names Dr. Cody Lloyd Vice President of Institutional Research and Effectiveness
Southeastern University announced that Dr. Cody Lloyd has been appointed to the role of Vice President…
Public Notice of Pollution
Notice of Submission Pursuant to Section 403.077, F.S., the Department of Environmental Protection has received the…
BEACON ROAD SIDEWALK ENHANCEMENT PROJECT
The City of Lakeland will be constructing a sidewalk enhancement project on West Beacon Road from…
LAL was awarded the 2020 General Aviation Airport Safety Award
The Federal Aviation Administration Southern Region Airports Division announced during their 2021 Virtual Workshop today that…
Gov. DeSantis declares state of emergency over gasoline supply
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday evening declared a gasoline-related state of emergency, including activating the Florida National…
Children shouldn’t wear face masks in school, says Florida’s Governor DeSantis
Children should not wear face masks in school. That was the stern message from Florida Gov.…
Origami swans at Lakeland Regional Health
Since our first patient was diagnosed on March 19, 2020, we have treated over 13,000 patients…
Florida Southern College celebrated its new Esports arena
Today, Florida Southern College celebrated its new Esports arena with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The Snake Pit,…
Federal lawsuit challenging Florida anti-riot bill claims law targets Blacks
Several groups have joined to file a federal lawsuit on behalf of Black-led organizations challenging a…
Tomlin Middle School operates a roadside stand
Students in Plant City are putting their farming skills to use and making a profit while…
Polk County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a car burglary
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a car burglary that occurred at the Avenue Apartments…
Just in time for June Weddings! Singer/songwriter Timothy Craig
Timothy Craig, a singer/songwriter who grew up in Ft. Myers, just released his new single “Forever…
Florida Southern College is planning to move its graduate nursing program into the former campus of St. Joseph Academy
Florida Southern College is planning to move its graduate nursing program into the former campus of…
Citrus Connection looking for bus operators
OPEN HOUSE Come join us Saturday, May 15, 8 a.m. to Noon for an employment open…
Man Seriously Injured After Colliding With Train
PCSO received a 911 call around 8:40 a.m. this morning (Monday, May 10, 2021) from the area…
Officer Simmons and K-9 Jeff
Officer Simmons and K-9 Jeff taking a small break from training! One of our newest duos…
Did you know
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that Charlie Crist is again running for Governor? Crist, who…
Hurricane Season Starts June 1; Red Cross Urges People to Get Ready Now
National Hurricane Preparedness Week runs from May 9 through May 15, and the American Red Cross…
Miss Piggy
Check out this awesome tour of The NOAA Hurricane Hunters P-3 Miss Piggy! Hurricane season is…
Early morning lightning strike
Yikes! Look what an early morning lightning strike did today in the panhandle! The bolt struck…
The DAISY Award
The DAISY (Diseases Attacking the Immune System) Award is an international recognition program that honors and…
SPCA Florida’s 2021 Walk for Animals on June 5th
Join SPCA Florida’s 2021 Walk for Animals on June 5th! We plan a fun-filled day with…
Red Light Camera Hearing
Red-light running is a serious intersection safety issue across the nation. The most recent figures show…
We’re lighting up City Hall for National Police Week 2021
We’re lighting up City Hall for National Police Week 2021. To all law enforcement officers, thank…
ATTENTION ALL PHOTOGRAPHERS
We are looking for images that represent Polk County Landmarks and all the wonderful things that…
Florida boy, 14, charged with 2nd-degree murder in girl’s death
A 14-year-old boy has been charged with second-degree murder in the death of a 13-year-old girl…
Structure fire occurred at 925 Clearview Avenue
An early morning structure fire occurred at 925 Clearview Avenue in Lakeland. The Lakeland Fire Department…
PCSO had a busy month on DUI Enforcement
April was another busy month for our DUI Enforcement crew here at the Polk County Sheriff’s…
PUBLIC NOTICE DOWNTOWN LAKELAND SEWER LINE REHAB
Beginning Tuesday night, May 11, 2021, a contractor for the City of Lakeland Wastewater Collection Division…
Lakeland Chamber Announces Elected Official Guest Speakers for 2021 Legislative Wrap-Up
The Lakeland Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Legislative Wrap-Up, presented by Lakeland Electric and Spectrum, will take…
Developing a life plan
Dr. Glenn Mollette Have something to look forward to every day. Work a job. Work in…
Sunshine Skyway Bridge disaster will mark 41 years ago
Today Sunday, May 9th, 2021 will mark 41 years ago that the storm-blinded freighter Summit Venture…
Polk County Fire Bradley Crew are Hero’s
Bradley Polk County Fire crew saving the wildlife while doing mop up on a Brushfire. The…